Commission hears public comment, approves lowering speed on Duns Spring Road to 30 mph

Aug 26, 2026

A public hearing on lowering the Duns Spring Road speed limit to 30 mph drew a small number of opponents who argued enforcement on rural roads is ineffective; the commission's ordinance language reflects a 30 mph limit.

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The Franklin County Commission opened a public hearing to consider lowering the speed limit on Duns Spring Road to 30 miles per hour. The Chair asked for speakers in favor of the change; none spoke. Several residents opposed the change on the grounds that local authorities cannot effectively enforce lower limits on rural and state roads.

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